Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival 2025

About

The Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival returns from Saturday, 9 August to Sunday, 17 August 2025, transforming the picturesque village of Kettlewell in the Yorkshire Dales into a whimsical wonderland of handcrafted scarecrows. This beloved community event, which began in 1994 as a fundraiser for the local primary school, now attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Date and Time

Dates: Saturday, 9 August – Sunday, 17 August 2025
Car Park Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM daily
Village Hall Refreshments: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily

Event Highlights

Scarecrow Trail: Follow a 3km trail through the village to discover over 100 imaginative scarecrows, with themes ranging from classic children’s characters to contemporary figures. Trail sheets are available for £1.
Village Hall Café: Enjoy homemade cakes, soups, sandwiches, teas, and coffees served by local volunteers. All profits support community projects.
Local Amenities: Kettlewell offers additional dining options, including a tea room, deli, three pubs, an ice cream parlour, and a village shop.

Entry

Admission: Free

Parking: £4 per car, cash only. The main festival car park is a designated field with attendants to assist with parking.

Plan Your Visit

Venue Address:
Kettlewell Village
Upper Wharfedale
North Yorkshire
BD23 5QZ

By Car: Kettlewell is located approximately 10 miles north of Skipton on the B6160. Use postcode BD23 5QZ for Sat Navs.
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Skipton. Bus services from Skipton to Kettlewell are available; check local timetables for details.

Accessibility

The scarecrow trail is approximately 3km and follows surfaced roads around the village, making it accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Some areas have gentle inclines. Disabled parking is available in the National Park car park behind Kettlewell Garage. Accessible toilets are located at the Village Hall and the National Park car park.

For more information and updates, please visit the official event page: kettlewellscarecrowfestival.co.uk